Publisher's Synopsis
""A Forest Hearth: A Romance of Indiana in the Thirties"" is a novel written by Charles Major. The story is set in the 1830s in Indiana, and it revolves around the life of a young man named Hugh Forbes, who is a lawyer by profession. Hugh is deeply in love with a beautiful young woman named Rachel, who is the daughter of a wealthy landowner in the area. However, their love is forbidden because of their different social status. The novel explores the struggles and challenges that Hugh faces as he tries to win Rachel's heart while dealing with the societal norms of the time. It also delves into the conflicts between the settlers and the Native Americans in the area, as well as the economic and political changes that were taking place during that period. As the story progresses, Hugh becomes more involved in the community and its affairs, and he soon realizes that his love for Rachel is not the only thing that matters. He becomes a champion of the people and fights for their rights, even if it means going against the powerful landowners who control the area. ""A Forest Hearth"" is a beautifully written historical romance that captures the essence of life in Indiana in the 1830s. It is a story of love, courage, and determination, and it provides a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of the people who lived during that time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
